During the Middle Ages there was a Livonian Order Castle in Puurmanni. The manor, which was later established at the same location, was associated with the von Buhrmeisters and von Manteuffels. In 1877-81, one of the most stylish
Neo-Renaissance
main buildings was established in the manor (used as a schoolhouse).

By the historical distribution the manor was in
Kursi Parish
in Tartumaa County. By the present administrative distribution it belongs to
the Puurmani Municipality in
Jõgevamaa County.